Day 01: Ho Chi Minh (or Hanoi) - Hue - Bach Ma
Transfer to the Airport to catch the early morning flight to Hue in the centre of Vietnam. On arrival at Hue follow the coast for 45 km south down Highway One before turning inland on the road that leads to Bach Ma National Park, 20 km away. The road from the park entrance to the park guesthouse near the summit is very scenic with sweeping vistas of undisturbed rainforest and the coastal plain. The park accommodation is in renovated colonial villas and the ruins of once grand holiday homes and hotels are scattered along the trails from this point up to the summit. There are many good trails for birders and for non-birders alike with several waterfalls and small lakes. Overnight at Bach Ma.
Day 02: Bach Ma
Bach Ma National Park is a very well-run operation and knowledgeable park guides can be hired if required. Over 330 species of bird have been recorded at Bach Ma and specialities include the endemic Annam Partridge, the Crested Argus, Coral-billed Ground-Cuckoo, Blyth 's Kingfisher and the Ratchet-tailed Treepie. Overnight at Bach Ma.
Day 03: Bach Ma - Hue – Ho Chi Minh City (or Hanoi)
A final morning exploring the forest trails before leaving for Hue Airport to catch the early afternoon flight north to Ho Chi Minh City/Ha Noi. On arrival in Ho Chi Minh cit/Ha Noi transfer to your hotel. End of tour.
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